Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
albus
ID:
1282685

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.A.Bruce) I.Darbysh.

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Gesneriac.: 32 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282023



Common Names

  • Streptocarpus albus
  • Cape Primrose
  • White Streptocarpus


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Description

Streptocarpus albus (also called White Streptocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to China and is found in evergreen forests and limestone hills. It has leathery leaves that are elliptic or ovate in shape and measure up to 8 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Streptocarpus albus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers can be used to make tea.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Streptocarpus albus sub. edwardsii (Weigend) I.Darbysh.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Streptocarpus albus has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptocarpus albus is a tropical evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Streptocarpus albus

Streptocarpus albus can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil.

Streptocarpus albus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptocarpus albus?

Streptocarpus albus

What is the common name of Streptocarpus albus?

White Streptocarpus

Where is Streptocarpus albus found?

Streptocarpus albus is found in China, India, and Myanmar

Species in the Streptocarpus genus

Streptocarpus breviflos, Streptocarpus bindseili, Streptocarpus burundianus, Streptocarpus fasciatus, Streptocarpus fenestra-dei, Streptocarpus floribundus, Streptocarpus grandis, Streptocarpus goetzei, Streptocarpus formosus, Streptocarpus huamboensis, Streptocarpus lanatus, Streptocarpus longiflorus, Streptocarpus katangensis, Streptocarpus sambiranensis, Streptocarpus zimmermannii, Streptocarpus montis-bingae, Streptocarpus muscicola, Streptocarpus nobilis, Streptocarpus occultus, Streptocarpus roseo-albus, Streptocarpus muscosa, Streptocarpus makabengensis, Streptocarpus mandrerensis, Streptocarpus monophyllus, Streptocarpus pallidiflora, Streptocarpus rhodesianus, Streptocarpus parviflorus, Streptocarpus phaeotrichus, Streptocarpus actinoflorus, Streptocarpus aylae, Streptocarpus shumensis, Streptocarpus cordifolius, Streptocarpus semijunctus, Streptocarpus mangindranensis, Streptocarpus hildebrandtii, Streptocarpus brevistamineus, Streptocarpus tsimihetorum, Streptocarpus leandrii, Streptocarpus capuronii, Streptocarpus velutinus, Streptocarpus lokohensis, Streptocarpus suborbicularis, Streptocarpus stenosepalus, Streptocarpus itremensis, Streptocarpus perrieri, Streptocarpus boinensis, Streptocarpus polyphyllus, Streptocarpus variabilis, Streptocarpus ibityensis, Streptocarpus revivescens,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50315891: Based on the initial data import
Eileen Adelaide Bruce (1905-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Bruce' in the authors string.
Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.